Dear Competitors, Officials, Marshals, Liaison Officers, Sponsors, Suppliers, Supporters and Friends,

WELCOME TO THE

ABU DHABI DESERT CHALLENGE 2009

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After 18 successful editions, the UAE Desert Challenge, at the invitation of the Abu Dhabi Tourist Authority, is pleased to announce a new title, a new home and a new date.

Over the years of its development, the event has gradually migrated into the emirate of Abu Dhabi, the desert terrain of which is most suited to the demands and enjoyment of this world class event and the event Chairman, Mr Mohammed Ben Sulayem is delighted to accept the invitation of Abu Dhabi to comprehensively host the event in the Capital city and its desert.

Please note the dates for 2009:


Documentation:	Friday 20th March, 2009. Abu Dhabi
Scrutineering:	Saturday 21st March, 2009. Abu Dhabi
Super Special Stage:	Sunday 22nd March, 2009. Abu Dhabi
Ceremonial Start/Leg 1:	Monday 23rd March, 2009. Abu Dhabi
Leg 5 / Finish:	Friday 27th March, 2009. Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi has an unparalleled enthusiasm for motor sport as illustrated by the support and involvement in the WRC and it looks forward to hosting the final round of the Formula 1 Championship in November.

As the event organisers, we are confident that this new partnership will result in the development of the event to realise its full potential which will be of huge enjoyment and benefit to all concerned.

We thank you for your patience in waiting for this announcement and confirmation of the new dates and we know that you are all aware of the short time leading up to the event.

There is still much detail to be finalised, but rest assured that the event will run to its characteristic, and even improved, standards and content.

I would be grateful if you would forward /pass this information on to all those who have an interest in the event.

See you in March!

With my best regards, on behalf of the organisation and our new partners,

John Spiller
Event Director